Store Manager

NAPA Auto Parts; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Bonus opportunity

Job summary

NAPA Auto Parts in Columbus, Ohio seeks an experienced Store Manager to lead a dynamic retail team and grow store profitability. You will own P&L responsibilities, set strategic plans, and drive customer-focused growth in a market-leading auto parts store.

The role emphasizes team development, operational excellence, and a sharp focus on safety and customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Passion for delivering customer care and building long term relationships.
• Experience in a parts store or related retail management environment.
• Background in automotive industry is a plus; ASE certifications welcome.

Responsibilities

• Identify new customers and revenue opportunities for the store.
• Lead a fast-paced retail store environment and drive growth.
• Help outside sales in developing wholesale accounts.
• Build and develop a crew to deliver customer care and business results.
• Improve processes and protect store assets.
• Ensure safety and store appearance standards.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

P&L management

Team development

Sales growth

Strategic planning

Inventory management

Cash handling

Education

Technical or Trade school courses or degree

Tools

POS systems

Stock/Inventory software

Excel/ERP

Job description

Job Description

Do you have a passion for leading others, driving growth and profits? Perhaps you have a background in automotive, fleet, heavy equipment, dealership or retail industry. If the answer is yes, we have the perfect opportunity for you. We are seeking an experienced, energetic and driven Store Manager to join our growing auto parts team. This is the right opportunity for you if you:

• Love Retail
• Can consistently demonstrate true leadership with vision, collaboration, trust, respect and effectiveness while operating a market leading NAPA store.
• Know how to take full responsibility for P&L while mapping out initiatives and business plans for the store and solving roadblock issues.

Responsibilities

• Identify new customers and revenue opportunities for the store
• Shift into high gear in a fast-paced retail store environment
• Help outside sales in identifying, developing and maintaining wholesale accounts
• Build, guide and develop an engaged crew team to deliver checkered flag levels of customer care and business results
• Steer towards continuous improvement in processes and procedures
• Protect and maintain the security of store assets
• Display pride in navigating a store recognized for safety and appearance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Passion for delivering customer care and building long term relationships
• Knowledge of inventory controls, stocking levels and seasonal shifts is a plus
• Personal drive, self-motivation and initiative to accomplish business goals
• Customer focus and high energy in our fast-paced stores
• Ability to operate a cash register and navigate computer and paper catalog systems
• Passion for delivering customer care in a strong team environment
• And if you have this, even better:
• Technical or Trade school courses or degree
• Background and/or passion for automotive industry, heavy equipment, farm industry, diesel, marine, or dealership
• Experience in a parts store, auction, retail store, auto body/collision, or fast food/restaurant/convenience store management experience
• Entirely customer-centric (external/internal)
• ASE Certifications

Why NAPA may just be the right place for you:

• Outstanding health benefits and 401K
• Bonus opportunity
• Stable company: Fortune 200 with a family feel
• Company Culture that works hard, yet takes care of employees
• Opportunity for accessing multiple career paths, ongoing development, with support from leaders and your team

GPC conducts its business without regard to sex, race, creed, color, religion, marital status, national origin, citizenship status, age, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, military status, status as a veteran, or any other protected characteristic. GPC's policy is to recruit, hire, train, promote, assign, transfer and terminate employees based on their own ability, achievement, experience and conduct and other legitimate business reasons.